Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

te-deum

noun

/ˈteɪ ˌdiː.əm/

Definition

A hymn of praise to God, traditionally sung in Christian services, especially in celebration or thanksgiving.

Examples

The choir sang a beautiful te-deum at the end of the wedding ceremony.
After the successful event, they gathered for a te-deum to give thanks.
In many churches, the te-deum is performed on special occasions like Christmas and Easter.

Meaning

Te Deum is often associated with the liturgy and is used to express gratitude or reverence. It can also refer to a specific musical setting of this text.